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BA ( Hons ) Early Childhood Studies
What ’ s this course about ?
Investigate the latest research into child development and early childhood pedagogy – and develop wide-ranging professional skills – in a collaborative , supportive atmosphere . You ’ ll discover how children develop socially , physically , emotionally and psychologically , and explore factors like safeguarding , welfare and wellbeing . Crucially , you ’ ll gain lots of experience working with children , families and communities – for example , in our nursery simulation facility and our sensory suite , through therapeutic play , and via a different placement in each year of study . Alongside your degree , you can also achieve the widely recognised Early Childhood Graduate Practitioner Competencies .
Duration
3 years full time , 4 years with work placement during or after your studies
Requirements
104 – 112 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent .
Applicants must pass Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service ( DBS ) checks before starting their professional placement working with children and young people .
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Additional information
UCAS code : LX53
If you choose certain assessed practice in each year of study , you can achieve the professional accreditation of ‘ Graduate Practitioner ’ for Early Years Practice , recognised by the Department for Education and highly regarded by employers . You ’ ll graduate with the award BA ( Hons ) Early Childhood Studies ( Graduate Practioner ).
Humanities pathways
Optional pathways are available on this course leading to the following exit award :
• BA ( Hons ) Early Childhood Studies with Psychology
See page 9 for more information .
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BA ( Hons ) Animation
What ’ s this course about ?
Gain accredited technical skills in 2D and 3D animation , and develop your own voice for all kinds of visual arts and media . Using industry-standard software and exploring next-gen production techniques like motion capture , you ’ ll gain advanced abilities in character animation , visual storytelling , compositing and editing . You ’ ll learn from professionals who ’ ve directed animations for Disney and Warner Bros ., and produced special effects for film franchises like Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter .
Duration
3 years full time , 4 years with work placement during or after your studies
Requirements
112 – 120 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent .
All applicants will be asked to provide a digital portfolio of work .
BSc ( Hons ) Computer Animation and Visual Effects
Integrated foundation year
This course is available to study with an integrated foundation year with ICP . See page 11 for more details .
Accreditation
JAMES ( Joint Audio Media Education Support )
UCAS code : W615
UCAS code : II15
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COMPUTER GAMES , ANIMATION AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES |
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Integrated foundation year |
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BEd ( Hons ) Primary Education
with Qualified Teacher Status
What ’ s this course about ?
Become a qualified teacher , with your own approach to inspiring primary-age children . Explore topics that match your personal interests , with opportunities to experience teaching in a broader context than the mainstream English primary school . For example , you can select a placement in a special school , outdoor education centre or a primary school overseas . You can also gain a nationally
recognised outdoor leader qualification , with the ability to plan and carry out trips with children safely and confidently . Placements are structured so you build up wide-ranging skills and experience , ready to make a difference from day one of your career .
Duration
3 years full time
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Requirements
UCAS code : X320
104 – 112 points from 3 A levels or equivalent .
All shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview in support of their application . All offers are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service ( DBS ) clearance and Occupational Health clearance .
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With the guidance of experts from the film , animation , advertising and gaming industries , you ’ ll become an exceptional VFX artist , producer , animator and stagecrafter . You ’ ll get to grips with all kinds of industry-standard software . And boost your creativity in world-class facilities like our Centre for Creative and Immersive Extended Reality ( CCIXR ) – housing the most advanced cinematicstandard equipment and virtual production suites of any university .
3 years full time , 4 years with work placement during or after your studies
Requirements
112 – 120 points from 3 A levels , or equivalent .
BA ( Hons ) Computer Games Art
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This course is available to study with an integrated foundation year with ICP . See page 11 for more details .
Accreditation
JAMES ( Joint Audio Media Education Support )
UCAS code : I630
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TIME TO FIND YOUR COURSE
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What ’ s this course about ?
Become a top-scoring games artist on our TIGA-awarded course . You ’ ll study game art and develop in-demand skills in drawing , modelling , animation , texturing and composition . You ’ ll get to grips with some of the most advanced tech offered at any university . And you can apply your skills in live industry projects , game jams and a professional placement . Thanks to our
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great relationships with major games companies , you ’ ll learn just what the industry wants .
Duration
3 years full time , 4 years with work placement during or after your studies
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Requirements
120 – 128 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent .
A relevant qualification or experience in art / design / creative computing or graphic arts is required .
Applicants without relevant qualifications will be asked to provide a portfolio to support their application .
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